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Additional Food Heading to MI Food Banks
There’s extra food heading to Michigan food banks this month, a direct result of the tariffs placed on American grown food by China.
Michigan Municipal League Foundation
The Michigan Municipal League Foundation is gearing up for what they hope will be a highly successful Giving Tuesday event on November 27. Their focus: The 16/50 Project.
Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy
We’re getting a sector-wide perspective on the result of nearly $30 billion in disaster-related giving from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy’s (CDP) newest report Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy 2018. The 2018 edition reports on events from 2016.
Battle Creek teachers are utilizing the teacher housing incentives, supported by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation
We’re getting a first look at the impact a teacher housing incentive grant is having in Battle Creek.
Work Underway to Accelerate Postsecondary Attainment
We’re getting a look at the latest data from the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN), as the organization works in partnership with government, business and community leaders, and philanthropy to continue to grow postsecondary attainment in our state.
Ending Homelessness in MI
A new report released by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and Michigan’s Campaign to End Homelessness shows that our state is seeing a decrease in the total number of people who are homeless, for the third consecutive year.
2018 YAC Databook
CMF has released the 2018 YAC Databook, which captures insights and the work underway from YACs at community foundations on grantmaking, issue areas, YAC involvement and more.
Snapshot of Corporate Giving
We’re getting a look at the latest numbers from corporate philanthropy in 2017. CECP and The Conference Board have released the Giving in Numbers 2018 Report, highlighting corporate giving, volunteer and employee engagement trends from nearly 300 of the world's largest companies.
Opportunity Zones and Funds: More Details Emerging
The U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service recently issued proposed regulations and guidance for the new Opportunity Zone Funds (OF). The public is invited to comment on the proposed regulations before December 28, 2018.
Preventing Bullying in MI Schools
As October wraps up National Bullying Prevention Month, the state is sharing data around what we’re seeing in Michigan schools and efforts underway to combat bullying and the effects on Michigan kids.
MI Collaborative Impact Investing Fund: Fund Manager Announces New Impact Theme
The Michigan Collaborative, managed by Community Capital Management (CCM), launched last year to encourage increased investment in targeted fixed income investments in specific geographical areas in Michigan through CCM’s publicly traded mutual fund, the CRA Fund.
Fremont Area Community Foundation’s Strategic Framework Featured in The Foundation Review
The Fremont Area Community Foundation sponsored open access to The Foundation Review article, so their story and road map are available for other funders and partners.
Advancing Green Infrastructure
The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) recently released its Green Infrastructure Policy Analysis: Addressing Barriers to Implementation, as part of the GLC’s Green Infrastructure Champions project, funded by the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation.
Poverty Taskforce Recommendations
The Michigan Poverty Task Force has released its second set of policy recommendations in its 2022 report to support individuals and families in our state who live in households that earn lower wages.
ITC Holdings Corp. Supports Program to Connect MSU Students with Detroit Civic Institutions
ITC Holdings Corp., a CMF corporate giving program member, provided $100,000 to support Michigan State University’s (MSU) InnovateGov program which provides MSU students with hands-on experience working on an array of social challenges.
Navigating Crisis Response in Otsego County
Nearly one month after a devastating tornado touched down in Gaylord, we’re learning more about the Otsego Community Foundation’s crisis response and how fellow CMF members have supported immediate relief efforts.
Center for Arab American Philanthropy Welcomes New Director
The Center for Arab American Philanthropy, a CMF member, announced the appointment of Tamara El-Khoury as its new director, following a year-long national search.
Specific Benefits Underscore the Need for Expanding the States’ Earned Income Tax Credit
CMF is partnering with the Michigan League for Public Policy, Michigan Future and others in supporting the increase of the state Earned Income Tax Credit to 30%.
Expanding MI Voter Access to Increase Civic Engagement
The deadline to register to vote in Michigan’s November 6th election has closed but if a ballot proposal passes, Michiganders could register to vote on Election Day, expanding voting access and voter registration.
Launch Michigan Coalition to Boost Educational Excellence in MI
We have shared the data around our educational outcomes in Michigan and how we’re facing a changing workforce and skills gap. Now we are taking a closer look as to why we need to ensure students are prepared for future jobs that don’t yet exist and work already underway in Michigan to address it.
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